The Maldives Zakat House has launched four new publications aimed at promoting greater understanding of Zakat, covering its religious foundations, legal rulings and principles of charitable giving.

The publications were unveiled during the opening of the Maldives Financial Expo 2026, where visitors were introduced to a range of new educational resources on Zakat. The four books are Zakaathaai Aqeedah, Zakaathaai Sadhagaaiy Dhinumaamedhu Baarualhuvaivaa Minnvaru, Zakaathaai Sadhagaaiydhinumaagulhey Adhabuthakaai Sadhagaaiydheeulhey Meehunnge Sifathah, and Zakaathuge Hukumthakuge Khulaasaa.

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, who inaugurated the three-day expo, visited the Maldives Zakat House stall and was presented with copies of the newly launched publications by Director General Sheikh Imthithou Abbas. The President also received both the Dhivehi and English editions of Shari'ah Principles and Standards for the Collection and Distribution of Zakat.

Throughout the expo, the Maldives Zakat House is providing visitors with information on its services and ongoing initiatives, including the currently open Zakat Scholarship Programme, with application forms available at the exhibition stall. Visitors can also take part in question-and-answer sessions with Islamic scholars, receive free books and educational leaflets on Zakat, and participate in a quiz programme offering daily cash prizes and a grand prize draw at the conclusion of the event.

Organised by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA), the Maldives Financial Expo is being held at Hulhumalé Central Park from 2 to 4 July under the theme "Empowering Sustainable Futures: Inclusion, Innovation and Intelligence." The expo brings together banks, insurance companies, financial service providers, regulators and Government institutions to improve public access to financial information, promote financial literacy and encourage greater financial inclusion.